The Pakistan Hockey Federation has allowed eight Pakistan Olympians to take part in the Indian league.
Waseem Ahmed replaces Mohammad Nadeem as the capatin of the Pakistan hockey team in the forthcoming Test series against India.
Pakistan's penalty-corner ace however said he would be available for major tournaments if the country needs him.
PHF secretary Brig Musarutullah Khan said his team will not have any problem touring India for the inaugural Afro-Asian Games.
Sohail Abbas and Waseem Ahmed have been included in the squad for the Champions Trophy.
The World Cup will begin in Bhubaneswar from November 28 and Rizwan said his team is well prepared to handle the pressures during the prestigious tournament.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday
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